I have two kids that were born the Monday before the first of November,, I wasnt able to catch them to bring them to a breeder to have them disbudded, the lil buggers wore me out... and their horns have started to grow.. what would be the best way to have them done in the month of December...
Though its possible somewhat to disbud once the horns start growing, its just easier for all involved to band them. Younger goats or younger horns are usually softer and will band off quicker. So that's what I'd do. I've banded a couple goats and have had good results with both. One was a junior doe under a year and the other a yearling. Both came off easy. Depending on how they come off you may have to disbud the base to keep them from growing again, but if the band is low enough you shouldn't have to.
I agree. I just banded 3 of my does and it worked great. Just make sure you have all or your supplies before you start....especially Banamine.
